Synopsis

Source of validity: Scientific
Rating (out of 5): 4

Vitamin B2, also known as riboflavin, has scientific support for its role in maintaining healthy mucus membranes. Riboflavin is an essential water-soluble vitamin that acts as a precursor for the cofactors flavin mononucleotide (FMN) and flavin adenine dinucleotide (FAD), which are critical for various cellular processes, including oxidative metabolism. Deficiency in riboflavin has been well-documented to cause lesions and inflammation of the mucus membranes, particularly in the mouth (angular stomatitis, cheilosis, and glossitis), eyes (conjunctivitis), and genital mucosa. These symptoms are reversible with riboflavin supplementation.

Riboflavin is necessary for the maintenance of epithelial tissue integrity, which includes the mucus membranes lining the oral cavity, digestive tract, and other organs. Its role in cellular growth and repair is critical in tissues with high turnover, such as mucus membranes. Scientific literature, including reviews and textbooks (e.g., Modern Nutrition in Health and Disease, 11th ed.), consistently notes that riboflavin deficiency manifests in part by changes to these tissues, and adequate intake is needed to prevent such effects. While supplementation beyond recommended daily intake is not shown to enhance mucus membrane health in those without deficiency, its essential role in preventing deficiency-related mucosal pathology is well-established.

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Blood
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Digestive System
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